2003 Citroen C8 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2003 Citroen C8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C8 | Volare |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
